Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty is pleased to present this compilation of autumn events, including Harvest celebrations, Halloween parades, farm stand listings, and foliage tours. We Hope that you enjoy the festivities and foliage of the lovely Hudson Valley!
WESTCHESTER-PUTNAM-DUTCHESS
Croton-On-Hudson, October 12, 16-18, 22-25, 28- November 1, 6-9:30 PM
The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze features over 4,000 individually-carved pumpkins lit up throughout wooded walkways, orchards, and gardens of Van Cortland Manor and along the Croton River. Adults $15, Children over 5yrs old $10. Reservations required. (914) 631-8200. www.hudsonvalley.org
Somers, October 12, 12-3 PM - Pumpkin Pickin' - Take a hayride to the farm's pumpkin patch. Select the perfect pumpkin for your jack-o-lantern or homemade pie. Co-sponsored by the Friends of Muscoot Farm. All proceeds benefit the farm. $2 for hayride plus pumpkin fee. Muscoot Farm, Rte 100. (914) 864-7286. www.westchestergov.com/parks
Harrison, October 12, 10 AM - Festival. Come join the fun at Riis Park! There will be games, refreshments and more! All ages welcome. Free. (914) 670-3035. www.town.harrison.ny.us
Putnam Valley, October 16, 7 PM - 5th Annual Variety Show featuring faculty&staff from Putnam Valley Elementary, Middle and High School! Fundraiser for Putnam Valley's music programs. Don't miss this exciting show!! 146 Peekskill Hollow Rd. Cost $10. (845) 526-7847 x 1369.
Irvington, October 17, 10:30-12 PM - Halloween Events at Matthiessen Park includes the "Paint a Pumpkin Workshop." For a $15 fee you get a 15-pound pumpkin, glue, and paints (bring materials for decorating). You can also go to the "Stuff a Scarecrow Workshop" where for a $15 fee you get a hat, hay, and twine (bring clothes and mounting). Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required at Recreation Dept. Rain date: Oct 18, 10-11:30 AM.
(914) 591-7736. www.irvingtonny.gov
Mount Vernon, October 17, 10-4 PM - St. Paul's Church National Historic Site will commemorate the 1776 Battle of Pell's Point, including lectures on the American Revolution, musket firing, and militia drill, wreath laying ceremony at graves of soldiers, period music, and dramatizations. Revolutionary-era crafts, cooking, historic games and toys will be on display with dozens of costumed re-enactors representing the various armies. Free. (914) 667-4116. www.nps.gov/sapa
Rhinebeck, October 17-18, 10-5 PM - New York State Sheep and Wool Family Festival. Watch sheep shearing, animal shows, farmers' market, wine tasting, and more. $10-15, Under 12 Free. (845) 876-4000. www.sheepandwool.com
Sleepy Hollow, October 17-18, 24-25 - The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - "Legend Weekend Nights." At Philipsburg Manor, the grounds become a haunted landscape visited by goblins and ghosts from Hudson Valley folklore. Wander through at your own pace while ghouls, witches, pirates, and apparitions come eerily to life. Jonathan Kruk offers dramatic tales. Adults $15, Children 5-17 $10, seniors $10, 5 & under free. (914) 631-8200. www.hudsonvalley.org
Somers, October 17 thru November 1, 11-4 PM - Halloween Show - The main will be decorated with a special huge "Eerie Railroad" Lionel train display. Audrey 2 from the Little Shop of Horrors will be showcased. The dining room will be transformed into its own spooky Flower Shop. Tributes to Hollywood botanical monsters and some special seasonal artworks will also be on display. Muscoot Farm/Main House Gallery, Rte 100. Adults $5, kids 2 & up $2. (914) 864-7282. www.westchestergov.com/parks
Tarrytown, October 17-18, 24-25, 10-4 PM - Washington Irving's Sunnyside - Legend Weekend Days. Enjoy games for children, 19th century magic shows, sing-a-longs, puppet shows, Irish ghost stories and other kid-friendly Halloween experiences! Adults $15, Kids (5-17) $10, seniors $10, 5 & under Free. (914) 631-8200. www.hudsonvalley.org
Beacon, October 18, 12-5 PM - Pumpkin Festival in Riverfront Park. Pumpkins galore celebrate the harvest season. Live music, crafts, food vendors, farmer's market & community activists. Sails or tours on the "Woody Guthrie" & "Sloop Clearwater" Free. (845) 542-0721. www.beaconsloopclub.org
Chappaqua, October 18, 12:30 PM - Halloween Carnival & Parade. The Carnival will be held at the Town Hall parking lot and the annual Halloween parade will commence at the Chappaqua train station, sponsored by the New Castle Recreation Park. Free. Rain Day October 26.
(914) 238-3909. www.town.new.castle.ny.us.org
Harrison, October 18, 9:30-2:30 PM - Halloween Window Painting Contest. Three categories: individual, family and team. Applications available at the Recreation Centers. Grades K-8th. Contest will take place in the business districts. Call for registration dates. Rain date: Oct 24 & 25. Cost $10. (914) 670-3035. www.town.harrison.ny.us
Yonkers, October 18, 1-4 PM - Evolution Arts on the Waterfront. Local Westchester artists exhibit at four sites, clustered together on Main Street and the Yonkers waterfront (Hudson Park North, the luxury rental apartment complex on the river, 66 Main Street and The Loft Dance & Fitness and Metro 92, both at 92 Main Street), enabling visitors to view the art while enjoying the beautiful Hudson River and Palisades. Free. www.YonkersDowntown.com
White Plains, October 20, 27, 10-2 PM - Bicycle Sundays - The Bronx River Parkway opens to all bicyclists, skaters, scooters, walkers and joggers. No motorized vehicles. From Westchester County Center in White Plains to Scarsdale Road in Yonkers. Parking in County Center lot $4. (914) 995-4050. www.westchestergov.com/parks
On-going - Rhinebeck, thru October 31, 9:30AM-Dusk
Wonderland Farm. Pick your own pumpkins, gourds and squash. There are more than 30 acres for you and your family to enjoy. Every Sat & Sun. Free. (845) 876-6760. www.wonderlandfarm.com
On-going - Tarrytown, thru October 31, 10:30-3:30 PM - SCARECROW INVASION - Walk among 500 scarecrows representing famous artists and historical figures created by local elementary and intermediate students. Participate in a Scavenger Hunt and enter a raffle to win a family pass to the very popular Lyndhurst Boofest. $5 grounds fee for Adults; free to children 12 and under and for Friends of Lyndhurst. Reservations are not required. (914) 631-4481. www.lyndhurst.org
On-going - Granite Springs, thru November, 9-6 PM - Farmstand - Pick your own apples and pumpkins at Stuart's Farm. Market on Granite Springs Road off Mahopac Avenue with fruits, vegetables, local honey, preserves, flowers, pies and cookies. (914) 245-2784. www.stuartsfarm.com
On-going - Rhinebeck, thru November 22, 10-2 PM - Farmers' Market - Every Sunday - The Hudson Valley's premier farmers' market featuring the freshest and best locally grown produce, as well as meats, cheeses, bread, wine, flowers, honey and more! Special events, free tastings & free live music, all season long. Municipal Parking Lot on East Market St. www.rhinebeckfarmersmarket.com
On-going - Yorktown Heights, thru November, 10 AM-4:30 PM - Farmstand. Pick your own apples and pumpkins at Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm. Visit the farm market every weekend for jams, jellies, honey, pies, donuts, and cider. (914) 245-5111. www.wilkensfarm.com
On-going - Ossining, thru December 15, 8:30-2 PM - Visit the Ossining Farmers' Market located at the corner of Main and Spring St. rain or shine every Saturday. Featuring locally grown produce, fruit, organic produce as well as farm raised poultry, meats, grass fed beef and more! (914) 941-3189. www.ossining.com
On-going - Millbrook, Thru December 27, 3 PM - The Hudson Valley -VS- France Wine Tasting Competition. Join us at Oak Summit Vineyard and enjoy a local version of the historic 1976 event! You will be blind tasting and judging 3 Gold Medal Hudson River wines, against 3 Gold Medal French wines of the same varieties. Every Second Sunday of every month by appointment only. Fee: $65. www.oaksummitvineyard.com
ROCKLAND
West Nyack, October 12 - The BIG APPLE CIRCUS is "tons of fun!" This jolly collection of clowns, acrobats, animals, and more, is here to make your day a whole lot brighter. Pure enjoyment for the whole family! Benefits will go to Rockland 21C and its work with Family Resource Centers and their early childhood, family and youth activities. Times vary - for more information or to orders tickets (845) 627-KIDS or www.rockland21C.org
Pomona, October 17-18, 24-25, 31, 10-5 PM - Farmstand. Pick-your-own McIntosh, Macouns, Red Delicious, Empire, Golden Delicious and Rome apples, as well as pumpkins at The Orchards of Conklin, 2 S. Mountain Rd. (845) 354-0369. www.theorchardsofconcklin.com
Nyack, October 13, 10 AM-5 PM -Street Fair. Traditional antique and crafts fair in Nyack, featuring hand-crafted items from throughout the world, ethnic foods, and the best pretzels in the state. Free. (845) 353-2221 or (845) 353-6981. www.rockland.org
Congers, October 17, 11 AM - Parade. Come watch and join the Goblin Parade in Congers, running down Gilchrest Road to Congers Lake. For boys and girls up to 10 years. Rain date:
Oct. 24. (845) 639-2000.
On-going - Stony Point, thru November 1, Wed-Sat 10-4:30 PM, Sun 12-4:30 PM
Battlefield State Historic Site & Stony Point Lighthouse offers military and lighthouse exhibits in the museum, self guided outdoor sign walking tour of the battlefield, musket and cannon firing, camp-life and cooking demonstrations on weekends by staff members in period dress. $5.
(845) 786-2521.
On-going - Congers, thru November 8, 10-4 PM - Farmstand. Pick your own apples and pumpkins at Dr. Davies Farm on Route 304. Hay rides. Farm market and picnic fields are also available. (845) 268-7020.
On-going - Spring Valley, thru November 8, 8-5 PM, Wednesdays -Village of Spring Valley Farmer's Market - Shop for farm fresh foods, grown and produced locally in the Hudson River Valley; Rain or shine; Free; Route 45&Church Street, Spring Valley; Parking lot below Post Office. (914) 923-4837. www.rockland.org
On-going - Nyack, thru November 25, 8:30-2 PM, Thursdays - Nyack's Farmers' Market will be back for its 8th big season at Main & Ceder Streets. Locally grown fruits, veggies, flowers, herbs, specialty food items plus special events & more. (845) 353-2221.
On-going - Piermont, thru December 16, 11-3 PM, Sundays -Village of Piermont Farmer's Market. Shop for farm fresh foods, grown and produced locally in the Hudson River Valley; rain or shine; free. Fruits and vegetables, wines, fresh cut flowers, breads and pastries and salsas. M&T Bank lot, Ash Street and Piermont Avenue, Piermont. (914) 923-4837. www.rockland.org
ORANGE
Sugarloaf, October 12, 10-6 PM - 37th Annual Fall Festival featuring arts & crafts, live music and food. For all ages. Rain or Shine. (845) 469-9181. www.sugarloafnychamber.com
Tuxedo, October 17-18, 24-25, 31, Nightfall to 11 PM - Sterling Forest (weekends) - 17th Annual Forest of Fear. Many horrifying Halloween attractions with a terrifying haunted house, entertainment, food and games. (845) 351-5171. www.theforestoffear.com
Tuxedo, October 17, 18, 12 PM - Sterling Forest Hikes of the Month: Fall Foliage - Join us for a moderate 4 mile hike to the Fire Lookout Tower. A climb to the top of the tower will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and the fall colors. Due to its popularity there will be two hikes on this very colorful weekend or you can do this one on your own! Registration required. (845) 351-5907.
Walden, October 17-18, 24-25, Sat 11-7 PM, Sun 11-5 PM - Hodgson's Farm & Garden Center will offer a 3-acre corn maze, petting zoo, pumpkin picking, hayrides, haunted house and magic show. Adults $8.50, Children 4 & up $6.50. (845) 778-1432. www.hodgsonfarm.com
Carmel, October 18, 9 PM - The Alzheimer's Association will sponsor a Memory Walk beginning at the Putnam County Office for the Aging. (845) 278-0343. www.alz.org/hudsonvalley
Central Valley, October 18 - 4th Annual American Cancer Society "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" walk. Bring your friends and family to help raise funds for the fight against breast cancer. Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets. (800) 233-5049 x13. www.makingstrides.acsevents.org/hudsonvalley
Cuddlebackville, October 18, 8-12 PM - Apple Pancake Breakfast and Flea Market. Neversink Valley Area Museum. Adults $5, $2.75 under 12 years old. (845) 754-8870. www.neversinkmuseum.org
On-going - Middletown, thru October 30, 9-6 PM - Maple Farms. Pumpkin picking, hayrides, barnyard animals, hay maze and haunted barn. $6. Local produce, homemade fudge and baked goods, country crafts, flowers and gifts. (845) 344-0330. www.maplesfarm.com
On-going - Bear Mountain, thru October 25, 12-5 PM - The Annual Oktoberfest will offer music, dancing, food, vendors and more. Free, parking $7. (845) 786-2731. www.friendsofpalisades.org
On-going - Newburgh, thru October 30. Fri- Sat 7-12 PM, Sun 7-10 PM - Terror-dome Haunted Scream House. 5 haunted attractions designed to terrorize the bravest of souls. 3 festive shops, 2 spooky snack stands, zombie paintball, and festive town dedicated to Halloween will soothe the faint at heart. Rte 17K and Lakeside Road. Adults $24, children $18. (845) 926-3443. www.terrordome.com
On-going - Cornwall, thru October 31 - 10-4 PM - Discovery Quests - Every Sat. Observe a variety of wildlife. Guide books with puzzles, clues and fun facts. Quest for ages 6 to adult on trails ranging from casual to challenging. Outdoor Visitors Center, RSVP recommended. $5.
(845) 534-5506 x204. www.museumhudsonhighlands.org
On-going - Newburgh, thru November 1, 9-4 PM - Lawrence Farms - Horse drawn carriage rides, old-fashioned little farm village for children with petting zoo. The farm stand, with honey, preserves, and refreshments, is open on weekends. Adults $3, children $2. (845) 562-4268. www.lawrencefarmsorchards.com
On-going - Ulster Park, thru November 1, 7-11 PM - Headless Horseman Hayride & Haunted House. A "family oriented" attraction includes a one-mile hayride, a labyrinth -style corn maze, three professionally created haunted houses, three food concessions. Appropriate age 10 years and up (children 5 & under not admitted). Ticket $32, by reservation only. (845) 339-2666. www.headlesshorseman.com
On-going - Warwick, thru November, 9-5 PM - Enjoy apple picking at Masker Orchards. Drive right to the tree and bring picnic gear for an idyllic day in the country. Apple picking daily. On weekends, enjoy live music, pony rides, and horse-drawn wagon rides. Free. (845) 986-1058. www.maskers.com
On-going - Warwick, thru November, 11-6 PM - The Valley Winery Orchards and Distillery offers apple picking and wine tasting. Winery, cafe and bakery open on weekends. Also enjoy the new bocce ball court and live music on weekends from 2-5PM. (845) 258-4858. www.wvwinery.com
To suggest events for inclusion in the holiday guide, please email your event and contact information to: catherine.cosme@randrealty.com
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